Kara Olimene, LCSW — Therapist

I’m a therapist who works best with adults who are dealing with hard things—the emotional fallout that comes when life does not go as planned. Many of the people I work with are exhausted, overwhelmed, and tired of being told to “just stay positive.” Therapy with me is honest, grounded, and focused on helping you function better in real life.

My clinical focus includes working with individuals facing medical illness, caregivers, those navigating grief and loss, and adults struggling with trauma and anxiety. I also have experience supporting older adults coping with depression, anxiety, and chronic health concerns. If your nervous system feels fried and your plate feels too full, you’re probably in the right place.

My therapeutic style is solution-focused, practical, and collaborative. I frequently use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients build psychological flexibility, learn how to live alongside difficult emotions (instead of constantly fighting them), and take meaningful action even when life feels heavy. We focus less on “fixing” you and more on helping you build skills, clarity, and momentum—without pretending everything is fine when it isn’t.

Clients often describe me as direct, genuine, and grounding, with a touch of humor when appropriate. Therapy doesn’t have to be stiff or overly complicated. It does need to be real, supportive, and useful. My expectation is that we both show up, do the work, and aim for progress that actually improves your day-to-day life.

Contact: kara@olimenecounseling.com 
331-318-8181 Ext 22